The cutting of the four-inch squares for my first kaleidescope quilt yielded many extra sets, so I embarked on another related quilt. I utilized twenty more blocks set close together for an entirely different look. I separated the blocks with thin piping in a muted batik fabric that contained most of the colors of the blocks, but in softer tones.
Kaleidescope 2
27 05 2010
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Categories : AVAILABLE FOR SALE, Basic Squares, Multicolored Florals, Wall Hanging
Kaleidescope 1
25 05 2010This was another project in the Squares Quilt University with Judy Doenais at The City Quilter. Here I used a twenty-four inch repeat fabric in a dramatic large scale print, and cut and laid out the panels precisely one atop the other, pinning them in place with great care. I rotary cut the rows, then the four-inch squares. Then the fun began. Each stack of four identical pieces was arranged, and re-arranged until each block was chosen as the best fit.
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Categories : AVAILABLE FOR SALE, Basic Squares, Multicolored Florals, Twin
Reversable Squares 1
25 05 2010This quilt is made by sewing strips onto a foundation, on both sides. I used two coordinated sets of related fabrics to elicit a harmony between the sides. The square blocks are then laid out on a design wall, carefully making sure that the pattern is correct on each side. The blocks are then joined with sashing and butted together to reduce bulk in the seams.
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Categories : Basic Squares, Earth Tones, Lap Blanket, Strips
Window Panes
25 05 2010This quilt was a study in setting in corners. The soft blue and yellow of this quilt makes it ideal for a baby boy’s room, or stroller. The pastel blue and white print, with touches of red are the basic squares. They are set off with blue and yellow marbled fabric for the sashing. I used yoyos tied on with small leaf shaped buttons as a finishing detail.
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Categories : AVAILABLE FOR SALE, Basic Squares, Crib, Pastels, Wall Hanging
Triple Irish Chain
25 05 2010This quilt was made at the “Quilting University” of The City Quilter in NYC, in a series called Squares, taught by Judy Doenias. The idea was inspired by a quilt I saw in a magazine several years ago. The trick with this one was to keep all the squares organized, so the the blocks would be assembled easily, and the colors line up correctly. Labeling helps!
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Categories : AVAILABLE FOR SALE, Basic Squares, Pastels, Twin
Eight Pointed Star
11 05 2010A class in “setting in corners” yielded these pieces. I chose high contrast colors to set up the stars. The table runner is a study from class. The lone star was a hostess gift to our friends Grete and Helmut. Each new technique adds to a quilters arsenal from which to draw inspiration for future projects.
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Categories : Basic Squares, Diamonds, Earth Tones, Small decorative pieces
Charming
11 05 2010This quilt was started in a class of one-patch designs. I selected the square, with smaller squares triangulated off the corners. There are no repeats in the blocks, and the amazing variety of colors and patterns, a true scrappy quilt, is mesmerizing. You can study this one for hours. I used multi-colored thread in the quilting, an all-over meander.
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Categories : AVAILABLE FOR SALE, Basic Squares, Brights, Twin, Wall Hanging
Baby Boy Blue
11 05 2010This quilt was constructed of simple squares in a blue-on-blue pattern. I used a dozen light blue, and a dozen of dark blue fabrics. By arranging them alternately with bright red centers, this one-patch design becomes quite interesting. This was inspired by Pat Yamin’s One-Patch Scrap Quilts. I made two of these for my great nephews Aiden and Jonathan.
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Categories : Basic Squares, Crib, Primary Colors
Canoe Island Flying Geese
6 05 2010This pictorial quilt grew out of a jelly roll (2 – 1/2 inch strips) and matching five-inch charms. The pattern idea came from a Nancy’s Notions catalog. The blend of earth tones, and nature theme are all harmony. The black is a luscious print that coordinates with the top.
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Categories : Basic Squares, Earth Tones, Flying Geese, Jelly Roll strips, Twin, Uncategorized, Wall Hanging
Christmas Table Topper
5 04 2010This piece in red, black, cream has smaller details of green and gold. This simple project is great for beginning quilters as it uses squares, outline quilting and decorative stitching
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Categories : Basic Squares, Holiday, Table Topper
Louise Naples Quiltmaker 